Practical IT insights for nonprofit leaders. Guides on cybersecurity, AI, managed IT, fundraising technology, and strategic planning to help your organization get more from its technology investment.
TL;DR: Cloud applications run in the browser instead of on local machines, which means automatic updates, anywhere access, and no server maintenance. SaaS covers most use cases; PaaS makes sense only if you build custom software. Evaluate cloud apps by integration capabilities, security certifications, and total cost of ownership, not
TL;DR: Managed platforms (PaaS) handle your infrastructure so your team can focus on building software. They offer auto-scaling, built-in security, faster deployments, and typically cut total infrastructure costs by 20-40% compared to self-hosting. Best for organizations that want speed and reliability without hiring dedicated ops staff. In today’s rapidly evolving
TL;DR: IT cloud services break down into three categories: IaaS (virtual servers), PaaS (development platforms), and SaaS (ready-to-use software). Most nonprofits should start with SaaS tools like Microsoft 365 and Salesforce, then add IaaS or PaaS only if you have custom application needs. Cloud migration cuts infrastructure costs 25-40% while
TL;DR: Cloud computing lets you use servers, storage, and software over the internet instead of owning hardware. The three main models are IaaS (raw infrastructure), PaaS (development platforms), and SaaS (ready-to-use apps). Most organizations benefit from a hybrid or multi-cloud approach that balances cost, security, and flexibility. Cloud computing delivers
TL;DR: Every nonprofit needs four IT foundations: managed services or helpdesk support, cybersecurity basics, cloud-based productivity tools, and a CRM that actually gets used. Build your tech stack around your mission workflows, not the other way around. Managed service providers specializing in nonprofits deliver the most value per dollar for
